I wanted to write all about angles.
Well, lines and angles, to be exact -
but it seems that topic's already taken.
Suzy Menkes, the blog slayer herself ;) , wrote an article back in ye ol' 2012 called New Geometry, about the recent emergence of harsher stripes, checks, and angles than ever before.
With my brilliant idea taken, I resigned to listen (read: read).
Apparently, at the beginning of the century, fashion was more about curves and roundness.
"...circular hats balanced on pouffed up-dos, a bust swelling out like a balcony and a bustle at the rear."
Then came the cropped bobs of the 20s, the post-war hippie psychedelic shapes, and the sharp shoulder pads of the 80s - each trend outdoing the former. Suzy thinks harsher geometry always mean we're moving forward.
But I don't know. What does it mean?
Why the Beetlejuice/checkers/plaid thing now? in 2012/13?
Menkes suggests it has to do with "x-ing out femininity", but I'm not so sure.
I mean, is this pencil skirt really negating the fact that I'm a female?
So I thought, why do I wear geometric patterns?
Well, they make me feel simple and powerful at the same time. Even when I'm not.
I don't have to try, and immediately I look like I've got an attitude.
They allow me to play with shapes and textures, while still maintaining some sort of symmetry.
So why now? Is it because, broke, unsure about the past and even more unsure about the future, I turn to a sartorial form of self-empowerment? Is it because in this confusing world/time/mindset whatever, straight lines and exact angles are comforting and easy ... uncomplicated?
Or does it indeed have to do with an increasing sense of androgyny? Are we "x-ing out" our own femininity?
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shirt: vintage Guess, skirt: ASOS, shoes: Colin Stuart |
Wish I knew anything at all about psychology.
Cheers.
Looking good in lines. :)
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I think geometric patterns are fun and interesting and they seem to be a more grown-up way of doing patterns than flowers or paisley or the like. Go with it!
ReplyDeleteFirst off, "Dear Geometry, Why So Straight?" has to be one of your best titles ever. Secondly, that vintage Guess shirt has me DROOLING. If we were physically near each other I prooooooooobably would just rip it off of your body. Third, I think the ex-ing out femininity is an interesting concept, but I don't necessarily think it still applies.The idea that stripes and boxes etc. exude a more uniform vibe in a mad, mad world is spot on...that's what I think anyway.
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ashley
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You look amazing. In love with this combo!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning.
Such a nice outfit!I sooo much like your posts:))
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WHAT? Get out! I love this. I saw your super sweet comment on my blog so I thought I'd stop by. I'm so glad I did. Your fashion sense is incredible! I love it. I'm following you on Bloglovin now! =]
ReplyDeleteI love that you say you're a cow-loving leather wearer. I'm vegan but I still sometimes feature real, new leather on my blog. The way I reconcile my own personal choices is to buy leather secondhand.
Kate from Clear the Way
so hot outfit! Love the mixing! xxx
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You are not only sartorial, but funny and witty as hell! Love love love your post about 10 things you should know! The photos to make your point are hilarious! The fish flip flops and how no one really gives a damn about one's shoes is so tongue 'n cheek!!
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Lauren at adorn la femme
I love that outfit. :O Love it so much! Totally trying this out,I am normally so scared of trying out and mixing geometric patterns like these but I would totally try this one out. I mean you make it look so awesome!
ReplyDeleteSo glad I came across your blog.
I agree with 'Lauren at adorn la femme', you're so funny and witty.
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-Ru
Glitter & Blush
Love your top and heels!
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love this! x
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